Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) – From 20:00 on 27 April to 00:30 on 28 April, a strong wind blew at a speed of 9-40 m / s (32-144), coming from the territory of neighboring Turkmenistan in Bukhara, Navoi, Samarkand and Kashkadarya, the press service of the Ministry of Emergencies said.

The natural consequences left the most severe consequences in Bukhara region, where a number of social facilities were damaged. Unfortunately, there were victims and victims.

One person died, 30 were injured of varying severity. 26 people received first aid, after which they were released home. Five people are hospitalized, one of them is in serious condition.

Over 700 personnel and 127 units of special equipment were involved in the elimination of the consequences of the disaster. The work was carried out jointly with other services of the State Emergency Service.

The strong wind caused minor damage in the regions adjacent to Bukhara. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties and injuries.